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Merafong City: Executive Mayor Leads Joint Operation to Enforce By-Laws and Strengthen Community Safety
The Executive Mayor of the Merafong City Local Municipality, Cllr Nozuko Best, led a comprehensive enforcement operation aimed at upholding municipal by-laws and ensuring compliance with the Credit Control Policy. The initiative formed part of the municipality’s broader strategy to strengthen governance, promote accountability, and improve service delivery across communities. Mayor Best was joined by several Members of the Mayoral Committee (MMCs), including MMC Moyeni (Finan

Karen Scheepers
2 days ago2 min read


Merafong Executive Mayor Sends Encouragement to the Matric Class of 2025
A Message of Confidence and Hope The Executive Mayor of Merafong City Local Municipality , Cllr. Nozuko Best , has extended heartfelt good wishes to all matriculants of the Class of 2025 as they begin their final examinations. Her message, themed under the municipality’s “Re-Imagining Merafong Vision 2035,” celebrates determination, resilience, and the limitless potential of young people who are shaping the future. “This is a defining moment in your academic journey, a time

Karen Scheepers
5 days ago1 min read


Tragic Passing of a Child at Khutsong Extension 3 Reservoir
The Khutsong community has been left in shock following the tragic passing of a 2-year-old child who fell into a reservoir chamber at the...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 293 min read


Merafong City Celebrates Arbor Day While Refuting Social Media Claims
Merafong City Local Municipality marked Arbor Day 2025 alongside Heritage Day, blending environmental action with cultural celebration....

Karen Scheepers
Sep 262 min read


Merafong Municipality Highlights Action Plan Following Fochville Water Protest
The Executive Mayor of Merafong City Local Municipality, together with representatives from the Gauteng Provincial Government, has...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 252 min read


Kokosi Shutdown Planned Amid Water Crisis
A community meeting was held at Imfundo Secondary School on 18 September to discuss the ongoing water crisis in Merafong City. The...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 221 min read


Municipality Responds to Carletonville Hospital Water Supply Concerns
The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued a response to recent media reports alleging severe water shortages at Carletonville...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 222 min read


Water Supply Challenges Continue Across Merafong: Tankers Deployed to Affected Areas
Communities in Fochville, Kokosi, Wedela, and surrounding areas continue to face water shortages as reservoir levels remain critically...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 172 min read


Frikkie Substation Repairs Face Extended Timelines After Severe Damage
Repairs to the Frikkie Substation in Merafong City are expected to take longer than initially planned after technical teams uncovered...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 171 min read


Merafong Faces Substation Setbacks as Repairs Continue at Frikkie Van Der Merwe Facility
Planned Upgrades Lead to New Technical Hurdles The Frikkie Van Der Merwe Substation in Merafong, a key part of the local power supply...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 162 min read


Merafong City Faces Strained Water Supply Amid 40% Restrictions
The Municipality of Merafong City has issued a comprehensive update on the ongoing water supply challenges, following restrictions...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 82 min read


Merafong City Launches Youth iMbizo to Empower Young Voices
The Merafong City Local Municipality has kickstarted a series of Youth iMbizos aimed at empowering young people, giving them a platform...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 32 min read


Merafong City Launches 2025 Mayoral Games with Expanded Sporting Codes
The spirit of unity and healthy living was at the forefront as Merafong City officially launched the 2025 Mayoral Games at the...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 12 min read


Merafong at a Crossroads: An Independent Look at the 2025 State of the City Address
Yesterday, the Carletonville Civic Centre hosted the much-anticipated State of the City Address 2025 (SOCA) , delivered by Executive...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 223 min read


Historic First Electricity Switch-On Brings Power to Khutsong South Extensions 5
In a landmark moment for Merafong City Local Municipality, electricity has been officially switched on for the first time in Khutsong...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 202 min read


Temporary Road Closures Announced for State of the City Address
The Merafong City Local Municipality has confirmed that temporary road closures will be implemented in Carletonville to accommodate the...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 201 min read


Clarification on Appointment of Deputy CFO at Merafong City Local Municipality
Date: 19 August 2025 The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued a public clarification regarding the appointment of its Deputy Chief...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 192 min read


Overview of Wards in Merafong City Local Municipality
The Merafong City Local Municipality (Gauteng Province) is divided into multiple wards, each represented by an elected ward councillor....

Karen Scheepers
Aug 153 min read


Merafong City and Gauteng CoGTA Agree on Turnaround Strategy
On 12 August 2025, the Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) and Merafong City Local Municipality...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 132 min read


Merafong City Set to Host 2025 Mayoral State of the City Address
The Merafong City Local Municipality has scheduled its Mayoral State of the City Address (SOCA) for 21 August 2025 at 11:00 , marking a...

Karen Scheepers
Aug 132 min read
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